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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_41_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- John O. Crow Appointed Deputy Commissioner of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1971-07-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Seminole Nation, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_41_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- John O. Crow Appointed Deputy Commissioner of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1971-07-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0028
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding Choctaw Chief Election
- Date:
- 1971-07-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding BIA Higher Education Assistance for Edith Scott Deere
- Date:
- 1971-07-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_90_54_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- HUD Grants for Chickasaw, Choctaw, and Creek Nations
- Date:
- 1971-07-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0032
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Update on Choctaw Election from Indian Affairs Office
- Date:
- 1971-07-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Assistance for Teaching Indian Children: Correspondence with United States Department of the Interior
- Date:
- 1971-08-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, Navajo Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_099
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Senator Fred Harris Regarding Employment Concerns at Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1971-08-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_90_54_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- HUD Indian Housing Project Updates: Byng, Allen, and Stonewall
- Date:
- 1971-08-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Research Assistance on Indian Education
- Date:
- 1971-08-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Education, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
![["The document consists of correspondence between the Osage Tribe of Indians and the Department of the Interior regarding the appointment of John O. Crow as Deputy Commissioner of the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The Osage Tribe supports Crow's appointment based on his qualifications and past experience working with the tribe. Crow's appointment is seen as important for improving the management of the Bureau and advancing the interests of American Indians. The document also includes a resolution passed by the Osage Tribal Council in support of Crow's appointment, which is to be sent to various officials for approval."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_91_41_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Personnel%20-%20Washington,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_91_41_0007_thumbnail.jpg "John O. Crow Appointed Deputy Commissioner of Indian Affairs")
![["The Osage Tribal Council sent a resolution to the Speaker of the House of Representatives supporting the creation of a new post of Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs in the Department of the Interior, as proposed in Senate bill S. 291. They requested support for Sections 1 and 3 of the bill but opposed Sections 2, 4, and 5 which would abolish the office of the Commissioner of Indian Affairs and the offices of the Assistant and Deputy Commissioners. The resolution was approved by the council with a vote of six in favor and none opposed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_91_41_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Personnel%20-%20Washington,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_91_41_0009_thumbnail.jpg "John O. Crow Appointed Deputy Commissioner of Indian Affairs")
![["James G. Carney is protesting the Choctaw Election Committee's decision to exclude 18-year-old Choctaw individuals from registering and voting in the upcoming tribal election. He believes this decision violates the 26th Amendment to the US Constitution and is an attempt to manipulate the election in favor of a particular candidate. Carney is requesting immediate action from the Solicitor's Office to ensure compliance with the new voting law and threatening to take the matter to court if necessary. He also plans to involve state Representatives in addressing the injustice."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0000-Title%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0028_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding Choctaw Chief Election")
![["Luther Deere's daughter, Edith Scott Deere, applied for financial aid from the Bureau of Indian Affairs Higher Education Program but was declared ineligible due to their family income exceeding the threshold. The Bureau believes in assisting students based on financial need and provided a booklet listing scholarships for American Indian youth. Senator Fred R. Harris is following up on Mr. Deere's request for assistance."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Scholarships,%20A-W,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_006_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding BIA Higher Education Assistance for Edith Scott Deere")
![["The document is a series of letters and communications regarding the need for a \"cancellation clause\" in construction contracts for mutual help housing projects. The Chickasaw Housing Authority in Ada, Oklahoma expressed concerns about delays in construction and the inability to cancel contracts with underperforming contractors. The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is reviewing the issue and taking steps to ensure projects proceed on schedule. Warren Watkins, legal counsel for HUD, also inquired about non-Indian people qualifying for mutual help housing."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_90_54_0000-Housing%20and%20Urban%20Development%20-%20Indian%20Housing,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_90_54_0008_thumbnail.jpg "HUD Grants for Chickasaw, Choctaw, and Creek Nations")
![["The Speaker is writing to the Commissioner of Indian Affairs regarding confusion about the Choctaw tribal election. They mention a constituent who is seeking information and express hope that a court decision on the minimum age requirement for candidates will help clear up the confusion."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0000-Title%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0032_thumbnail.jpg "Update on Choctaw Election from Indian Affairs Office")
![["The document includes letters from Senator Fred Harris to Mrs. June Z. Stagner and Mr. Louis R. Bruce regarding support for legislation to further Indian education and the urgent need for planning funds for schools on Indian reservations. Senator Harris expresses his support for legislation and promises to give careful attention to the issue. He also inquires about expediting the request for planning funds for the Ramah Navajo School in New Mexico."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs.%20Indian%20Schools,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_018_thumbnail.jpg "Assistance for Teaching Indian Children: Correspondence with United States Department of the Interior")
![["The writer, a math instructor at Ft. Sill Indian School, is facing termination due to students not meeting expected grades on a test. The writer feels that they have performed their duties adequately and that their superior is being unfair. They are seeking help to keep their position until they become a permanent employee."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_099_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Senator Fred Harris Regarding Employment Concerns at Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["Margaret Cates called to inquire about the delay in her mother, Mrs. Carrie Davis Roberts' application for Indian Housing. Mrs. Davis wanted a home but needed a relative to live with her. The inspector initially reported that Mrs. Davis could not live alone, causing a delay in the application process. However, the issue was resolved and the application was approved. Mrs. Cates requested the office to contact Leland Keel to expedite the process."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_90_54_0000-Housing%20and%20Urban%20Development%20-%20Indian%20Housing,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_90_54_0006_thumbnail.jpg "HUD Indian Housing Project Updates: Byng, Allen, and Stonewall")
![["Alan R. Herrin, a doctoral student at Nova University, is conducting research on American Indian education. He has a personal connection to the Cherokee Nation and is seeking assistance from Senator Fred Harris in obtaining materials and information for his dissertation. Herrin is particularly interested in Indian students' attitudes towards science and is looking for research on Indian education to inform his work. He is hopeful that Harris can provide him with guidance and resources to further his research."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_018_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Research Assistance on Indian Education")